SAFRA Celebration Run & Ride 2015

By Nina Syahira

September 10, 2015

Did you know that Sentosa island has deep roots in history that reach back even earlier than modern Singapore? Since before the 19th century, the island has had many different names; Burne Beard Island, Pulau Niry, Nirifa, Pulau Panjang and Pulau Blakang Mati. One of the origin stories behind Pulau Blakang Mati, translated as island behind the dead, referred to the island as the "paradise" of ancient warriors whose bodies were entombed at the adjacent Pulau Brani.

In partnership with Families for Life Council, SAFRA has organised the SAFRA Celebration Run & Ride to appreciate our NSmen for their contribution over the last five decades by giving them a fun opportunity to bond with their families. NSmen and their families can look forward to an SG50-themed fun run and unlimited rides at Universal Studios Singapore®!

SAFRA Celebration Run & Ride Race Route

What to expect

1. Flag off times

The flag-off for the 5km category will be at Sentosa Gateway at 7am sharp while participants of the Families for Life 1.5km Run & Ride category will start at S.E.A. Aquarium, Resorts World Sentosa at 8am.

2. Fun and interactive SG50-themed activities

As part of our SG50 highlights, runners on the 5km route can expect to be entertained by cultural performances like the Malay Kompang, Bhangra Dance and the Chinese Drum.

Other fun points include: running through the Merlion Mist, getting cheered on by our Physical Training Instructor and meeting the ‘Samsui Woman’, ‘Kacang Puteh Man’ and ‘Summon Aunties’ along the route.

3. Unique SAFRA Celebration Run & Ride medal

Only 5km runners who cross the finish line within the stipulated cut-off timing at 8.30am will receive a unique SAFRA Celebration Run & Ride medal.

4. Unlimited rides at Universal Studios Singapore®

For those who bought their tickets under the ‘Run & Ride’ categories, the festivities continue after the race at Universal Studios Singapore®. Families can meet Puss In Boots and enjoy unlimited rides, including the new Puss In Boots’ Giant Journey suspended coaster. Tickets to the theme park will only be collected after the run at the event venue. Rides at Universal Studios Singapore® will open at 10am.

5. Grand Lucky Draw

Winners of the Lucky Draw will be announced after the run and is only applicable to participants who are present on that day, so be sure to stick around after the run!